Anyone had their smoker stolen?

Started by Ants, July 19, 2010, 07:17:28 PM

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Ants

We recently were victims of thieves they broke into our shed in the back yard and stole a few yard items.  Our backyard faces a greenbelt so its quite easy for someone to come in from the back and take something and no one will even notice.

I just got my OBS and I'm concerned leaving it outside b/c its so light. I'm contemplating just bringing it back into the garage every time I dont use it.  What do you guys think?

classicrockgriller

I'd say if you have concerns about its saftey, Bring that darling inside.

Get you a roller cart to make things easier.

Besides be stored inside will probably prolong it's life.

EZ Smoker

Knowing these guys around this forum, there's probably a page in the mod section of the recipe site about how to install security cams, motion sensors, sirens, and a phone line to automatically call 911 in case of theft.   But I'm just guessin'.

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classicrockgriller

Quote from: EZ Smoker on July 19, 2010, 07:45:46 PM
Knowing these guys around this forum, there's probably a page in the mod section of the recipe site about how to install security cams, motion sensors, sirens, and a phone line to automatically call 911 in case of theft.   But I'm just guessin'.

:D

EZ, if not , then there probably will be soon after someone reads this. ;D

Mr Walleye

Several thousand volts should pretty much do it.  :o  ;D

They'll only do it once.  ::)

Mike

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Smokin Soon

I would probably classify a Bradley as a low theft item. Most folks would look at it and think it might be a small fridge. They usually go for Electronics or Jewelery. For most, it would be easier to sell a Lawn Mower than a Bradley. Just an opinion.

DTAggie

No problems with mine being swiped while we were gone all last week and we face a green built.  Kids are too damn dumb to know a high quality piece of equipment!

Up In Smoke

Don't have to worry too much about mine being stolen, since my last divorce i do not have any furniture in my living room so i just put them in there when they are not being used. :)
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StickyDan

UpinSmoke , sounds like you've had "several" divorces. :-\

All I know is that if someone steals my smoker, they better pray I don't get my hands on them. 

Anyone ever had their shoes stolen?   Now that sucks. >:(


classicrockgriller

Quote from: StickyDan on July 19, 2010, 09:07:21 PM
UpinSmoke , sounds like you've had "several" divorces. :-\

All I know is that if someone steals my smoker, they better pray I don't get my hands on them. 

Anyone ever had their shoes stolen?   Now that sucks. >:(



So if someone is gonna steal your smoker, they better steal your

shoes too so you can't catch them. ;D

I really don't worry about somebody coming here to steal something.

I have a dozen Bulldogs that BITE!

Most time I don't lock the door hoping someone trys to go in when I'm not home.

If they do, shame on them.

Kummok

Quote from: EZ Smoker on July 19, 2010, 07:45:46 PM
Knowing these guys around this forum, there's probably a page in the mod section of the recipe site about how to install security cams, motion sensors, sirens, and a phone line to automatically call 911 in case of theft.   But I'm just guessin'.

:D

Can't give you any technical advice on the electronics involved with smoker security but I CAN give you a great recipe for smoked thief!! (It involves a Colt 1911 rub but is known to be quite a bit higher in lead content than halibut  ;) )

Habanero Smoker

I leave my smoker on my deck, because I don't have enough space in my shed to store it. I live in the country and have had things stolen out of my back yard and front yard. Several years back someone even tried to steal my snow blower, but I think it was too heavy for the thief or thieves so the decided to leave it. It was a Troybuilt 10 hp, that was built before they were bought out.

If you have concerns, I would follow CRG's advice, but I like Mike's (Mr. Walleye's) advice better. :)



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NePaSmoKer

i feel sorry for anyone who steals from my property. if i dont shoot em my neighbor will.

KevinG

I bring mine into the house, I've learned to keep things locked up that I want. It may not stop them, but it slows them down.
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TestRocket

Quote from: NePaSmoKer on July 20, 2010, 09:02:16 AM
i feel sorry for anyone who steals from my property. if i dont shoot em my neighbor will.

I wish more of my neighbors were like yours. But I'm the one they can count on!  8)